Yamaha VT700F, Service Manual

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BATTERY
Inspection
1. Inspect:
•
Battery fluid level
Refer to “BATTERY INSPECTION” in CHAP-
TER 2.
2. Check:
•
Specific gravity
Less than 1.280
→
Recharge battery.
Battery Storage
The battery should be stored if the vehicle is not going
to be used for a long period.
1. Remove:
•
Battery
WARNING
When removing the battery, disconnect the nega-
tive lead first.
Battery storage and maintenance tips:
•
Recharge the battery periodically.
•
Store the battery in a cool, dry place.
•
Recharge the battery before reinstalling.
Specific gravity: 1.280
at 20°C (68°F)
2.0 Amp for 10 hours
(new battery)
10 hours (or until specific
gravity reaches 1.280)
Distilled water
(to maximum level line)
Check once per month
(or more often as required)
Battery
Electrolyte
Initial charg-
ing rate
Recharging
rate
Refill fluid
Refill period
STATOR COIL
1. Measure:
•
Stator coil resistance
Out of specification
→
Replace startor coil as-
sembly.
Stator coil resistance:
(White – White)
0.36 ~ 0.44
Ω
at 20°C (68°F)
CHARGING SYSTEM (VX700DX/VT700)
SCH8170